Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Badger Township (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Badger, SD. STSOs supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Pay bands SV-F; shift work may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or overtime.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Review eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback to staff.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Badger, SD. STSOs supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Pay bands SV-F; shift work may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or overtime.